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Lillie Vehling: Helping Firefighter Families Stay Connected

At 15 years old, Lillie Vehling is already a powerhouse of ideas and action.  The freshman, at Notre Dame High School, in Sherman Oaks, is just a few clicks away from launching ‘Fire Family Ladder’ a project aimed at keeping LAFD families connected to their extended fire department families, after a firefighter is severely injured or killed. Lillie knows that scenario all … [Read more...] about Lillie Vehling: Helping Firefighter Families Stay Connected

Camille Sander: Creating a New Generation of Giving

It all started with a lemonade stand on a busy street corner in Oak Park. For the past three years, neighbors knew they could find Camille Sander at the same spot week after week, selling fresh-squeezed juice, homemade cookies and handcrafted bracelets she made herself. The elementary school student is a budding entrepreneur with a heart as golden as the juice in her … [Read more...] about Camille Sander: Creating a New Generation of Giving

Hidden Heroes: Family Support Group

As our LAFD heroes put themselves at risk, some lesser-known heroes are always alongside them. These are the wives, husbands, sons and daughters, who sacrifice so much, yet ask for so little in return. Family members like Valerie Lawrence, who now is dedicated to helping others coping with the loss of a fallen firefighter. Read more about Your Donations in Action … [Read more...] about Hidden Heroes: Family Support Group

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